Ocular Complications of Rheumatic Diseases
DescriptionRheumatic diseases are frequently complicated by extra-articular manifestations, often affecting the eye.
This module gives a summary of important conditions, in order of urgency of treatment, for non-ophthalmologists who are involved in the management of patients with rheumatic diseases.
Learning Outcomes
- Gain insight into the epidemiology, clinical presentation, common complications and treatment regimens of these ocular manifestations, which may prevent permanent loss of vision
- Understand that most symptoms are benign and develop over long periods of time
Authors: Colby Hart, Merv Ferdinands, Leslie Barnsley
Article Type: Narrative review
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Reading: journal; textbook; book; literature review
1h : 0m
MBA: 1h : 0m
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